Orthodontic practices near Croes-lan
On our practice register: None within 10 miles of Croes-lan; 2 practices within 20. The closest is Capel Dental Care in Carmarthen, 14.8 miles south.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capel Dental CareCarmarthen | 14.8 miles south | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (106 reviews) |
| Quayside OrthodonticsCarmarthen | 15.0 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 (35 reviews) |
| Nott SarahLlanelli | 27.9 miles south | – | – | – | 5.0 (2 reviews) |
| Murray Street Dental Practice LtdLlanelli | 28.2 miles south | – | – | ✓ | 4.6 (38 reviews) |
| Orthodontics ExclusivelyLlanelli | 28.2 miles south | – | – | – | – |
| Avenue Villa Dental & Implant ClinicLlanelli | 28.3 miles south | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.8 (287 reviews) |
| Dr Mohammad MoinuddinLlanelli | 28.3 miles south | – | – | ✓ | 5.0 (2 reviews) |
| Lotus Dental Studio (Formerly Warren Davies Dental Care)Llanelli | 28.9 miles south | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.1 (24 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Croes-lan with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Carmarthen, 14.8 miles south; the next are Llanelli (27.9 miles south).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Carmarthen | 2 | 14.8 miles south |
| Llanelli | 6 | 27.9 miles south |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Croes-lan
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Capel Dental Care in Carmarthen (4.9 from 106 reviews), 14.8 miles south.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Capel Dental CareCarmarthen | 4.9 (106 reviews) | 14.8 miles south |
| Quayside OrthodonticsCarmarthen | 4.8 (35 reviews) | 15.0 miles south |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Croes-lan at a Glance
| Nation | Wales |
|---|---|
| Council area | Ceredigion |
| NHS dental services | Hywel Dda University Health Board |
| NHS orthodontic charges | Free for eligible under-18s; adults capped at £384 per course |
| Area type (ONS) | Smaller rural: Further from a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Around the Wales average |
| Residents under 16 | 15.8% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 1,384 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.7% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 7.7% aged 16 to 24 and 21.7% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 6.3% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 42 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 21.2% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Practices within 5 miles | None on our register |
| Access within County of Ceredigion | 13th closest to an orthodontic practice of 225 places in the county (the county median is 24.4 miles) |
| Aged 10 to 15 vs county | 6.7% here, against 6.2% across neighbourhoods in County of Ceredigion |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Capel Dental Care, Carmarthen — 15 miles Nott Sarah, Llanelli — 28 miles West Coast Dental Care, Dunvant — 33 miles |
| Estimated drive to the nearest practice | about 35 minutes each way (straight-line distance plus 30%, at 35 mph) |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 0 within 10 miles, 2 within 20 miles |
Sources: ONS geography via postcodes.io, Census 2021 (NOMIS), DfE school statistics and Get Information About Schools, OHID Fingertips, UK NHS dental charge schedules and our orthodontic practice register. Distances are straight-line.
Getting orthodontic treatment from Croes-lan
From Croes-lan the nearest practice is Capel Dental Care in Carmarthen, 14.8 miles away. A course of braces or aligners involves many appointments, so the length of that journey matters when comparing it with practices further afield. 2 practices are within 20 miles.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Dr Mohammad Moinuddin (28.3 miles) mentions remote consultations, and 6 of the practices around Croes-lan list clear aligners, the nearest 14.8 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Croes-lan are commissioned by Hywel Dda University Health Board, and the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Quayside Orthodontics in Carmarthen, 15 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from Croes-lan to Capel Dental Care is roughly 35 minutes each way. A course of fixed braces typically means 10 to 20 visits (a consultation, the fitting, 7 to 17 adjustments and the removal), which from here comes to about 380 to 770 miles and 12 to 23 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £170 to £345 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 230 to 380 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey. About 6.3% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
Orthodontic Treatment In Croes-lan
County of Ceredigion12 nearby locationsExplore braces and aligners in Croes-lan
If you are looking for an orthodontist in Croes-lan, this page is designed to help you compare braces, clear aligners, and online assessment options before arranging a visit. It connects local orthodontic research in Croes-lan with the wider County of Ceredigion area.
Browse nearby orthodontic locations
If you want to compare surrounding areas as well as this one, pages such as Maes Ilyn, Bwlch-y-groes, Horeb, Penrhiw-llan, Bangor Teifi, and Ffostrasol may also help.
Where Croes-lan sits locally
Heading west for around 1 km brings you to Maes Ilyn, the closest linked location.
Area profile for Croes-lan
Croes-lan — smaller rural: Further from a major town or city by ONS classification — is covered by Hywel Dda University Health Board for NHS dentistry. Census data puts 15.8% of Croes-lan's population at under 16. Census 2021 counts 1,384 residents in the neighbourhood around Croes-lan, 6.7% of them aged 10 to 15, above the 6.2% average across County of Ceredigion. Croes-lan has no orthodontic practice within five miles on our register, and the closest is roughly 15 miles away. Croes-lan's deprivation ranking is neither notably high nor low compared with Wales as a whole.
What local practice data suggests in Croes-lan
We hold no orthodontic practice records in Croes-lan itself. The nearest recorded are Capel Dental Care in Carmarthen, about 15 miles away; Nott Sarah in Llanelli, about 28 miles away; and West Coast Dental Care in Dunvant, about 33 miles away.
Teeth Straightening Options Available in Croes-lan
Patients in Croes-lan have access to more orthodontic options than ever before. Each option does something slightly different, suits a different patient, and carries a different cost. Below we compare fixed braces, ceramic, clear aligners, Invisalign and lingual systems side by side.
How to Choose in Croes-lan
The right treatment depends on three factors: clinical complexity, lifestyle, and budget. Complex bite problems are best handled by fixed braces. Patients with mild to moderate issues who prioritise aesthetics are good aligner candidates. Budget matters — NHS metal braces are the most affordable route for eligible patients, while payment plans from most Croes-lan practices spread private costs over 12–24 months.
Step-by-Step Orthodontic Guide for Croes-lan
Orthodontic treatment in Croes-lan is a structured process that typically spans around 18 months of active treatment. The pathway from first enquiry to fitted braces is more straightforward than most people expect. A photo assessment is the easy first step before any of this begins.
Starting Your Orthodontic Journey in Croes-lan
Appointment availability and the range of treatments on offer both vary practice to practice around Croes-lan. Classified by ONS as smaller rural: Further from a major town or city, Croes-lan sits within Hywel Dda University Health Board for NHS dental commissioning. 15.8% of Croes-lan's residents are under 16, per the 2021 Census. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 6.7% of the 1,384 residents in Croes-lan's census neighbourhood, above the 6.2% average across County of Ceredigion. People in Croes-lan usually travel further for an orthodontist: the nearest on our register is about 15 miles away. By national deprivation ranking, Croes-lan is roughly mid-table for Wales. They typically offer the full pathway from initial assessment to retention.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Croes-lan. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Croes-lan
For wider local orthodontic research, these links help place Croes-lan, County of Ceredigion within a broader nearby area. You can also browse nearby location pages including Maes Ilyn, Bwlch-y-groes, Horeb, Penrhiw-llan, Bangor Teifi, and Ffostrasol.
Nearby Orthodontic Location Pages
Frequently Asked Questions in Croes-lan
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Croes-lan often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Croes-lan?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Croes-lan is Capel Dental Care in Carmarthen, about 14.8 miles to the south. The next closest are Quayside Orthodontics (15.0 miles) and Nott Sarah (27.9 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Croes-lan?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of Croes-lan, 0 practices within 10 miles and 2 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Carmarthen, 14.8 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Croes-lan?
The nearest practice to Croes-lan that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Quayside Orthodontics in Carmarthen, about 15.0 miles to the south. Others nearby include Avenue Villa Dental & Implant Clinic (28.3 miles) and Lotus Dental Studio (Formerly Warren Davies Dental Care) (28.9 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Croes-lan, County of Ceredigion?
For many patients, the simplest way to begin is with a remote assessment that helps clarify likely next steps.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Croes-lan, County of Ceredigion?
Yes. A clinician-reviewed assessment can help you understand whether fixed braces or clear aligners may be more suitable based on the movements required and your treatment goals.